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Emergency services usually cannot go out in hazardous conditions, such as during a hurricane. If you decide to shelter in place, you are taking full responsibility for your survival. Stock up on nonperishable food, water, medications, charcoal, batteries, flashlights, candles, mosquito repellent, gasoline and propane. If you have pets, make sure to include them on your list of items needed to survive for at least 72 hours.

Forecasters may be able to identify a period when hurricanes are likely to strike, which makes it worth anyone’s while to keep an eye on the weather forecast, particularly between June and November. Individuals can also take steps to prepare for hurricanes even if the forecast is all clear.

Early voting for the June 27 second party primary begins this Friday at the Jeff Davis Parish Registrar of Voters Office, located at 302 North Cutting Ave. in Jennings. The office will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 12-20, excluding Sunday, June 14 and Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth.

Louisiana has taken a step toward reducing litter and protecting wildlife with the passage of House Bill 851 by Rep. John “Big John” Illg Jr., now Act 196, which prohibits the intentional outdoor release of helium balloons and organized mass balloon release events.

The Louisiana Legislature approved a bill recently allowing the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission to establish a state recreational alligator hunting season, creating new opportunities for sportsmen while addressing what lawmakers described as a growing alligator population.

ELTON — Elton resident Sarah Woods recently met with Mayor Mike Pierrotti and the Elton Town Council to discuss progress on renovations to her St. Joseph Street property and address questions regarding utility charges associated with the home.

A Block Off Broadway Community Theatre is preparing for its end of summer performance and is seeking its next big stars for the show. ABOB is holding two nights of auditions for its next production of “The Odd Couple” by Neil Simon at 6 p.m.

(The Center Square) — Louisiana’s operating budget may be largely flat, but several other state spending bills have grown significantly in recent years, including construction, judiciary and legislative expenses.